The music played during your wedding will set the mood of the event. Choosing the right music for your wedding playlist may be even more crucial if you and your spouse-to-be are music lovers.
Curating this playlist may be both fun and challenging, but you don’t have to worry about this by yourself. You can choose between having a live wedding band to play your favorite songs live or to have a wedding DJ for flexibility in music choice.
In this article, we will run you through why a wedding DJ is more appropriate than a live band.
Less Stress
A wedding DJ plans every aspect of the musical entertainment at your wedding so you can relax and be completely hands-off. You can enjoy your wedding night and mingle with your guests without worrying about how the music will go.
With a DJ, you get to add structure to your reception with different music to introduce the wedding party, accompany the cutting of the cake, and introduce speeches like the task of an MC.
DJs are experts in reading the room and can adjust the tempo of the music, whether that’s for dancing, slowing down, or engaging with the audience.
Playing the Songs You Know
A DJ plays the specific songs you want to be played, not just a cover version of the song done by a band. You can rest assured that the songs you want at your wedding will be played the way you know them.
You can also ask your DJ to exclude songs you don’t want from the playlist.
A Variety in Wedding Party Music
While live bands may have a wide range of songs, they would be limited to the songs they usually cover and their performance style. A DJ can offer any song imaginable and customize the playlist to match the songs you want regardless of genre.
The Option to Make Music Requests
A live band usually has a set of songs they will play during an event. This has to be discussed beforehand to ensure that all the songs you want can be played. If you or one of the guests are to make a request, it may not be played if the band does not know the song.
A DJ has access to thousands of songs within a few taps and clicks. They can take on any request, even if you forgot to add it to your set playlist. This gives you flexibility and the ability to adapt to any last-minute changes in the program.
Tailored to the Theme
If you have a themed non-traditional wedding, some wedding bands may not accommodate your needs. For example, if you are having a Halloween-themed wedding or are getting married at a unique location, not all live bands may be able to perform songs that match the theme and location.
DJs have the technology to tap into music that most bands could not perform. They can easily match the music with your theme or location.
Conclusion
When it comes to setting the music and mood for your wedding, having a wedding DJ offers flexibility and less hassle than a live band. They can accommodate last-minute requests and match non-traditional wedding themes.
Are you looking for a wedding DJ at Lake Tahoe? We at Epik Weddings have award-winning DJs who can help create the atmosphere for your wedding. Contact us to book your DJ today!
